Thuja occidentalis 'Degroot's Spire'

Arborvitae

Degroot's Spire is a dwarf cultivar of American arborvitae. It is a compact, slow-growing small tree or large shrub with a narrow conical habit. The leaves are flat, with twisted sprays of scale-like, rich green foliage that turn bronze in winter. The foliage has a citrus fragrance. 

This dense upright evergreen is a good choice for small vertical spaces and can be used as an accent plant, in foundation plantings, or as a hedge. 

  • Evergreen tree or shrub
  • Narrow habit
  • Good for compact planting areas

  • Category: Shrub, Native
  • Hardiness Zone: 3-7
  • Height: 20-30 ft
  • Spread: 4-5 ft
  • Foliage Color: Green
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Landscape Characteristics
Foliage Color
Fragrance
Classification by Use
Foundation Planting
Hedge/Screen
Native
Specialty Use
Wildlife Garden
Habit
Pyramidal
Upright
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Moisture
Well-Drained
Foliage Color
Green
Attributes
Evergreen
Low Maintenance
Native
Slow Growing
Specimen
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Thuja occidentalis 'Degroot's Spire'

Grows best in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Prefers limestone soils and acidic to neutral soils.  Mulch to maintain moisture at the plant's roots. The plant is intolerant of dry conditions, and hot, dry air. Plant in sheltered sites to prevent exposure to winter elements and wind damage.